Men's bob haircut: varieties, tips for choosing and styling

In recent decades, the variety of men's haircuts has become almost the same as that of women. Method of execution, shape, length - modern trends are so variable that the most fastidious man can choose an interesting model to his taste. Men's square is one of the most popular and demanded haircuts today. Due to its versatility, showiness, a huge number of styling variations, squares are a real hit in men's hairdressing.

Men's haircut bob has two features that make it popular:

• versatility;
• variety of styling.

You can vary the length of the strands, the shade of the hair, their structure can be completely different. A medium-length square with an even cut is considered a classic, but there are many multi-level, textured, asymmetric options. The presence or absence of bangs is not important.

There are three main types of male squares:

• classic;
• double type;
• graduated.

The opinion of men about a bob haircut can be roughly divided into full approval and complete disapproval. In the first category, we most often see young, energetic, stylish men. But more and more often they are joined by mature males who want to look more elegant and interesting. The square has both advantages and disadvantages, before going to the hairdresser or starting to grow hair, it is worth weighing the pros and cons.

Pros:

• a variety of variations: multistage, bangs, elongation, graduation, asymmetry;
• corrects imperfections, visually makes the image easier, the man is younger;
• you can choose for any type;
• classic performance looks elegant, respectable;
• the structure of the strands can be any, even the most capricious hair will fit well in a square;
• optical increase in volume, if necessary;
• leaving is simple, you can do without additional funds;
• always in fashion.

Among the cons are:

• it is better to refuse such a hairstyle if you are over 50;
• overweight men need to be careful with the choice of length;
• if the strands are wavy and stiff, styling will be difficult;
• not appropriate in every image, style.

There are quite a few varieties of this hairstyle. Let's highlight the most popular and relevant ones.

Classic:

• to perform, the hair length is not shorter than average;
• assumes a length not below the shoulders;
• There are many styling options: no parting with a comb in a strict style, everyday version with a parting;
• can be performed both with a bang and without it, the bang is possible torn, milled, fits back, to one side;
• great for both straight and curly strands.

Graduated:

• length and parting are variable;
• optimal for curly-haired men;
• easy to fit, gives ease to the image;
• the optimal length is along the chin line or slightly below;
• a popular version of this haircut is a bob.

Double:

• emphasizes individuality, gives expressiveness to the image;
• partially elongated strands and diagonal bangs are characteristic features;
• the haircut method resembles a cascading one, two levels of strands are formed;
• the parietal part is slightly raised, creating volume.

French:

• it is also called a square on a leg;
• shortened haircut;
• in contrast to the women's haircut, the “leg” is not too highlighted, in general the silhouette is the same.

Bangs are a great way to add originality to a square., the length of this haircut element may vary depending on the type of face, the height of the forehead, the total length of the hairstyle. If you wish, you can perform a haircut without bangs, then it is enough just to collect the strands in a bun to create a styling. Another method to make the square look unusual is to shave the back of the head or whiskey. This is an extravagant hairstyle that is very popular with young people.

Such a square can be easily assembled into a bunch, supplemented with a beard, bristles. Such haircuts are especially relevant for men who adhere to the "casual" style., but in the classical style they have a right to exist.

First of all, when choosing the type of square for men, you need to focus on age, type, style, lifestyle. The office worker should stick to the classic variations. If there is no need to comply with the dress code, up to 40 years you can afford almost any model, the main thing is that it fits the type of face:

• a diagonal bang and a length below the cheekbones are well suited for a triangle face, so the shape will be more harmonious;
• chubby gives clarity to the lines of the ragged shape of a square, cuts of an uneven type, length that covers the cheeks;
• type rectangle or square soften elongated variations, bangs-asymmetry;
• almost all types of squares are suitable for an oval face.

The final length of the strands largely depends on how long, short and medium strands the hair immediately reduces the amount of variation. The structure of the strands also matters when choosing a haircut:

• if the hair is thin, volume will help to add a double type, bob-bob, multilevel techniques;
• straight, thick strands look good in the classics;
• with curly hair, it is better to choose options of medium or below medium length;
• if there is a need to hide skin imperfections, the best choice is graduation, but if the hair is wavy, you need to look for other ways;
• bob bob is not suitable for wavy strands.

It is better for short men to refuse a bob haircut. Elongated hairstyles visually make the silhouette even lower. In addition, you should not consider a square for men who are not ready to take care of their hair. The longer the strands and the more expressive the hairstyle, the more thorough the care should be.

Performing a bob haircut on your own requires certain skills, if you wish, you can try to do it following a step-by-step algorithm.

Technique for performing a classic hairstyle:

• clean strands are moistened and combed;
• a bunch is created in the area of ​​the crown, the back of the head remains free;
• the length is cut exactly;
• if necessary, the back of the head or temples are shaved;
• sideburns are formed, if provided by the model;
• remove the gum, comb the strands;
• we divide them with a parting to the crown zone and from ear to ear;
• it turns out three parts - two at the crown and one at the back of the head;
• we separate one strand from the side and form a cut of the control type;
• further, parting horizontally, the occipital strands are highlighted and cut upward, with an orientation towards control;
• after the back of the head is trimmed, we go to the area at the crown on the right;
• with the help of horizontal partings, we separate the strands and cut them;
• we carry out similar actions with the left zone;
• at the end, comb the strands, finish with edging and milling.

You can put a square in different ways, it all depends on taste, style, length:

• strands collected in a bun or tail are relevant;
• medium length and even cut may require the use of mousses, foam on washed strands for greater definition;
• you can dry the strands using brushing by wrapping them inward;
• you can give the image a carelessness with the help of gel, wax, which are applied with your fingers, but here it is important not to overdo it, otherwise the hair will look dirty;
• any styling implies only clean strands, even if you just collect them in a bun with an elastic band;
• use an air conditioner or special anti-electrification agent;
• periodically it is necessary to visit the hairdresser and cut off the split ends, shape, even if you most often wear them in a bun.

Kare in recent years is incredibly relevant, more and more often this haircut competes with short hairstyles. This is largely due to the popularity of the square among movie stars, celebrities, athletes.

• The graduated haircut is very suitable for elegant, sophisticated men.

• Bob-car is ideally combined with a beard and gives the image brutality.

• Longer variations work well for curly strands.

• The cropped model of a square with bangs looks both catchy and respectable.

• Back sweeping is one of the most popular styling methods.

• If there is no time for styling, you can simply collect the strands into a bun.

• Collected strands look good with facial hair.

In the next video, you will find a detailed technique for performing a men's bob haircut.